# Langhe Chardonnay BelColle (2021)

- **Producer:** Agricola Bosio srl
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–8 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apricot, peach, lemon, cloves, vanilla

## About this wine

The Langhe DOC Chardonnay BelColle by Agricola Bosio srl is a 100% Chardonnay white wine from the Piedmont region of Italy. Produced under the Belcolle brand, it is part of the Bosio Family Estates, a company committed to quality and environmental respect. The wine originates from the Langhe area, known for its winemaking traditions. This particular bottling is distinguished by its elegance, richness, and a deep, fruity, and intense bouquet, culminating in a persistent finish.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are situated on clayey-calcareous soils.
- Fermentation occurs partially in new oak barrels.
- A 24-hour skin contact period at low temperature is employed.
- The wine is aged for 3 months in oak casks.

## Food pairing

The wine's good acidity and full body make it versatile. It can cut through richer sauces and complement the textures of seafood and poultry. The oak aging adds a layer that can harmonize with creamy dishes and subtle truffle notes.

## Wine making process

The production of Langhe DOC Chardonnay BelColle involves a 24-hour skin contact period at 5°C. Fermentation occurs over 10 days, with 70% of the wine fermenting in steel tanks at controlled low temperatures (5°C) and the remaining 30% in new small Allier oak barrels. After fermentation, the wine is aged for three months in oak casks.